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Carl Albert High School
Student Handbook
2021-2022
Talented
Intelligent
Thoughtful
Amazing
Noble
Strong
www.cahs.mid-del.net
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Carl Albert High School
“Home of the Mighty Titans”
2009 S. Post Road
Midwest City, Oklahoma 73130
Main office: 739-1726
Student Handbook
Kristin Goggans, Principal
(Please note that this handbook does not include all of the Student Expectation Policies, Procedures, and Safety Guidelines for
Mid-Del students. The Student Expectations manual is a separate handbook and can be accessed online at www.Mid-Del.net).
Office Hours
Main Office: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Main Office Phone: 739-1726
Fax Phone: 739-1685
Athletic Office Phone: 739-1648
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Mid-Del Public School District No. 1052 does not discriminate on the basis or face, color, national origin,
sec, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provided equal access to the Boy Scouts and other
designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-
discrimination policies: Mid-Del Schools Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning; address: 7217
S.E. 15th Street, Midwest City, OK 73110; Phone: 405-737-4461, x1225; Email address: cehrich@mid-del.net
This handbook belongs to:
NAME ____________________________________________________
ADDRESS __________________________________________________
CITY/TOWN _______________________________ ZIP CODE __________
PHONE ___________________________________________________
The Mid-Del Student Expectations Handbook can be found at www.Mid-Del.net.
3CARL ALBERT HIGH SCHOOL
Dear Students and Parents,
WELCOME . . . to the home of the mighty TITANS to the 2021-2022 school year! I am excited about
being your principal and the entire TITAN staff is eager to help make this your best and most enjoyable school
year yet. Carl Albert High School is rich in a tradition of excellence with the driving force behind the tradition
being, “THE PRIDE WITHIN.” I encourage each student to get involved in Carl Albert’s academic and activity
programs in ways that create a new sense of personal achievement and pride as well as a renewed source of school
and community pride.
We will all have to work hard to nurture “THE PRIDE WITHIN” Carl Albert High School. You should
come to school ready to work hard and play hard. Make a personal commitment to come to school every day on
time prepared to be an active participant. Research shows that there is a direct correlation between student success
and attendance. In addition, research shows that students who are active participants in the learning process learn
more. Let personal pride guide the academic work that you do. Make sure that you can look at every assignment
you complete and say, “That’s quality work!” But don’t forget to play hard, too. Research also shows students
who are actively involved in extracurricular activities tend to perform better academically. Our teams, clubs, and
activities welcome your talents and contributions.
Your years at Carl Albert High School will be some of the most enjoyable and rewarding years of your
life. Take full advantage of these precious years. Set your goals high. Together we can assure that the tradition
of excellence associated with CA continues to flourish. I wish each of you a rewarding and successful school
year.
A Grateful Principal,
Kristin Goggans
Kristin Goggans, Principal
4Preface
The purpose of this handbook is to communicate to all students and parents of Carl Albert High School those
things which are essential to working together to ensure that students are happy and successful during the school
year.
School District Mission
The mission of the Mid-Del School District is, “When the young people of Mid-Del enter our schools, they will
be safe. When they enter our classrooms, they will be challenged. When they leave our schools, they will be
ready.”
Philosophy of Education
• We believe in high expectations and success for all students as they develop intellectually, emotionally,
socially, and physically.
• We believe in the uniqueness of all students as individuals with special interests, individual needs and abilities,
and the readiness to learn at different times in different ways.
• We believe in a purposeful, caring climate that is conducive to learning and enhances academic performance.
• We believe all students should be able to function as productive team members exhibiting the attitudes and
habits associated with responsibility and citizenship.
• We believe in multicultural awareness and understanding for all students.
REGULAR BELL/LUNCH SCHEDULE
7:45 am – 8:35 am Period One (50 minutes)
8:40 am – 9:30 am Period Two (50 minutes)
9:35 am – 10:25 am Period Three (50 minutes)
First Lunch Schedule
10:25 am – 11:05 am Lunch (40 minutes)
11:10 am – 12:00 pm Period Four (50 minutes)
Second Lunch Schedule
10:30 am – 11:20 am Period Four (50 minutes)
11:20 am – 12:00 pm Lunch (40 minutes)
12:05 pm – 12:55 pm Period Five (50 minutes)
1:00 pm – 1:50 pm Period Six (50 minutes)
1:55 pm – 2:45 pm Period Seven (50 minutes)
5Personnel
Central Office Administration
Superintendent………………Dr. Rick Cobb
Carl Albert High School Administration
Principal…………………………..….Ms. Kristin Goggans
Assistant Principal…………………...Mrs. Krystal Ross
Assistant Principal…………………...Mr. Josh Terry
Assistant Principal………….………..Mr. James Werchan
Athletic Director…………………......Mr. Mike Dunn
School Resource Officer……………..Officer Trae Fisher
Counselors
Students A-G…….…………………..Mrs. Patti Willis
Students H-P…………………..……..Mrs. Becky Worth
Students Q-Z…………………..……..Mrs. Tori Whitecotton
Faculty
*Kristina Atnip Kim Hagerdon Hayden Robbins
Holly Bales Caitlin Hall Samantha Romero
Robert Banks John Herbert Chad Rourke
Brooke Beasley *Curt Hodges **Kelly Sabers
Tony Borum Ralph Humphrey Gennifer Sandersfeld
Carrie Boyle ***Ruth Ingerly Sara Small
Bo Bradshaw Lonnie James Andrea Stoumbaugh
Bill Case Brandon Johnson *Dedra Strecker
Brooke Clevenger MacKenzie Kuehny MSgt. Nathan Todd
Boone Copeland Renee Knight Matt Vinyard
Mike Corley Maj. Theresa Knight Garrett Wages
Cameron Couch Grant Little Myla Wagner
*Amy Cox *Lisa Loftin *Colin White
Annie Cox Matt Looney Ryan Whiteley
*Tami Dearborn Melissa Marks Tanner Wilcox
*Grace Dozier Cory McCalister
Denise Ebersbach *Kenneith McIntosh
Robert Epperly Lauren Meaders
Michael Evans Luke Mosher *Department Head
Shane Farley Stephanie Norris **Athletic Trainer
*Beth Flemmons *Jay Price *** AP Coordinator
Debra Goodwin Summer Ray
Connor Gowriluk Kyle Richey
Support Personnel
Brandy Pierce Secretary/ Mrs. Goggans Cafeteria Manager
Pam Langley Secretary/ Main Attendance Office Pam Baxter
Jackie Thibodeaux Secretary/ Attendance & Leave
Secretary/ Financial
Jenny Wise Secretary/ Registrar
Secretary/ Freshman Academy Office
Kelley Essary Secretary/ Athletic Dept.
Elizabeth Norman Paraprofessional Danielle Sutton Paraprofessional
Ashley Drew Paraprofessional Natalie Lang Paraprofessional
Denese Herron Paraprofessional
Emily Flemming Paraprofessional
Brandy Ball In-School Restriction
Dodee Hammond Library Media Assistant
6History of Carl Albert High School
On January 10, 1963, Carl Albert High School opened its doors to 199 students and 26 teachers.
The school was named for Carl B. Albert, an American political leader. The eldest of five children, Carl
Albert was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on May 10, 1908, the son of a farmer and coal miner. He
graduated from the University of Oklahoma, studied law at Oxford University under a Rhodes scholarship,
and was admitted to the Oklahoma Bar. During World War II he served with the judge Advocate General’s
Department and with the Army Air Force, attaining the rank of Lieutenant colonel. He was elected to the
U. S. House of Representatives in 1946 as a Democrat and served until his retirement in 1977.
Congressman Albert won the respect of his colleagues through his hard work and party loyalty.
He served as Majority Whip from 1955-1961 and Majority Leader from 1962-1970. In 1971 he was
elected as Speaker, and was known for exercising his leadership with restraint.
Congressman Carl B. Albert died on February 4, 2000. A delegation of twenty-five students and
teachers attended the funeral services including Dr. Silvya A. Kirk, Principal of Carl Albert High School
and Mrs. Joyce Honey, Principal of Carl Albert Junior High School. David Albert, son of the late
congressman, donated some of the late Congressman’s memorabilia to the school.
The theme of the Titan has been appropriately reflected in every tradition, from the scarlet and
silver colors, symbolic of nobility and honor, to the names of clubs and organizations. Significant
traditions have propelled Carl Albert to its present status. Titan Pride and Loyalty are attitudes which
students pass on from year to year. The traditions of individual and group excellence are evident by the
bulging trophy cases, along with the Academic and All State “Wall of Fame” in the main corridor, and
the success stories of many of Carl Albert’s graduates. Each year adds new accomplishments, including
being named the 5A Oklahoma High School of the Year for two consecutive years. As Carl Albert begins
another school year, the challenge again goes out to all Titans to continue to make our school the best in
the state.
School Mascot and Colors
The school colors are Scarlet and Silver, symbolic of nobility and honor. The mascot is the Titan, symbolic
of great strength and power.
The Alma Mater Titan Fight Song So Glad to Be a Titan
(Written by Dr. Silvya Kirk)
Hail to you our Alma Mater Hail to the victors’ valiant
Carl Albert Titans true. Hail to the conquering heroes So glad to be a Titan,
We will prove throughout the years Hail to the mighty Titans, So glad to be a Titan
Our loyalty to you. Silver and Red So glad to be a CA Titan
Victory to you, Carl Albert We will always say, Fight, fight, fight. Nah, nah, nah, nah, nah.
Ever singing out our praises Hail to the victors’ valiant
For the Red and Gray. Hail to the conquering heroes
Hail to the mighty Titans,
On to victory, victory
7Honor Code
Every Carl Albert High School student is expected to uphold the highest standards of honor with regard to
academics, activities, and other school related pursuits. Cheating, plagiarism, forgery, and other academic
dishonesty are considered severe discipline problems and will be addressed accordingly.
Cheating and Plagiarism
Cheating and Plagiarism is against the academic honor code at Carl Albert High School. If a student is caught
cheating or plagiarizing they will be subject to disciplinary consequences as seen fit by the administration,
which might include but is not limited to ASD, ISR, or short-term suspension. In addition to consequences, the
teacher could place a zero in the grade book for the assignment or give an alternate assignment (teacher’s
discretion).
Internet Guidelines
Computers, Internet access, and other technology will be made available for approved educational uses.
Inappropriate use or abuse will result in suspension of privileges, and/or disciplinary actions. Prior to using
the internet, students must present proper documentation.
Academic Lunch/Lunch Detention
Academic Lunch is a remediation time in a classroom during the student’s lunch period. Students are encouraged
to attend to make up missing work or for remediation purposes. If a student is missing work and chooses not to
go to, their teacher can assign it to them in which Academic Lunch then becomes mandatory and missing will
result in disciplinary actions. Lunch detention can be assigned as a consequence for various discipline behaviors.
Titan Time
Titan Time is a time set aside during the regular school day, with an adjusted schedule, for a student to receive
additional instruction. Titan Time will be held each Wednesday throughout the school year. If a student is
assigned Titan Time by a teacher or principal, they are required to attend. If the student does not attend his/her
assigned Titan Time, additional consequences may be issued to the student.
Safety Plans
Fire, tornado, and security drill instructions will be discussed in each class during the first week of school and
regular building-wide drills will be held. Escape routes and instructions are clearly posted in each classroom.
Students are reminded of the importance of these drills. Proper behavior and a serious attitude are expected. It is
paramount for everyone to be well versed on safety procedures.
8Inclement Weather Days (Closing of School)
In the event of inclement weather, school closings will be announced on local radio, television stations and a
phone call will be made through the district’s auto dialer system. It is imperative that we have a correct phone
number in our system for each student in order to contact you. The district makes every effort to provide this
announcement as early as possible. School will be held if roadways are determined safe for travel, however,
students are encouraged to plan extra time for their morning drive to school and to exercise extreme caution.
Students will remain on campus for lunch in the event of inclement weather.
Visitors
Parents and visitors for educational reasons are welcome at Carl Albert High School. To help ensure the safety of
all students and staff, an appointment should be made when needing to do business at the school. All parents and
visitors must enter through the main entrance and use the security kiosk when they arrive, Identification will
be required to enter the building. The principal or her designee has the prerogative to approve or disapprove the
visit. Authorized visitors are issued an identification badge to wear while in the school. No visitor is allowed in
the cafeteria during lunch.
Student visitors are not permitted on the campus or in the classrooms.
Phone Messages
Office telephones are for business and should be used by students only in case of emergency. Student phone
messages shall be received only from a parent or guardian and must be of an emergency nature to interrupt class.
Accidents and Injuries
All accidents and injuries of students should be reported to the school nurse in the main office. She will complete
the accident/injury report form with the assistance of the individuals involved.
Medication at School
If a student is required to take medication during school hours, a school nurse, principal or a designated school
employee may administer the medication only if the medication is prescribed and only with a written request and
permission from the parent or guardian. A medication authorization form must also be filled out. Please refer to
district policy E-1 A in the Student Expectation Manual for specifics regarding administering prescription
medication to students.
Posting of Signs/Posters
The principal must approve ALL posters and signs before being posted in the building(s). Use the tack strips
provided in the corridors. Do not use tape or place signs on any glass or painted surface.
9Withdrawals
The procedure for withdrawals or transfers is as follows:
a. The withdrawal process begins with the building or grade level principal.
b. The student’s parent or guardians (of record) must contact the grade level secretary to obtain the
appropriate forms and begin the withdrawal process.
c. The form must be signed by all teachers.
d. The student must return all books and school property and make sure all fees are paid.
e. The form must be signed by the librarian for library clearance.
f. The form must be returned to the attendance office for final clearance.
Students are advised to complete the formal withdrawal process if they are leaving during the school year. Failure
to do so may result in delays getting records for enrollment at the student’s next school. If a student receives 10
consecutive unexcused absences, they will be automatically withdrawn from school.
Checking Out of School
Students leaving school before regular dismissal time must check out through the attendance office before leaving
campus. Parent contact will be necessary. If all efforts to contact a parent fail, the assistant principal may clear
the check out. If a student does not check out before leaving school, he or she will receive an unexcused absence
for the hours absent that day. Truancy will result in disciplinary action.
Students must check out through the attendance office if leaving the building during lunch and not planning to
return to their afternoon classes. Freshman and Sophomore students are not permitted to
leave campus during lunch; therefore, only the parents or legal guardians are
permitted to check freshmen and/or sophomores out during the lunch hour
(phone calls to check freshmen and/or sophomores out are not acceptable).
Change of Address or Phone Number
In order to insure the receipt of important information from the school, and to allow parental contact in the event
of an emergency, it is important that parents notify the attendance office of any change in address or phone number
and present the necessary paperwork.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Attendance
Regular attendance is a necessary part of the learning process and is the key to receiving a good education and
graduating with your class. Irregular attendance limits the learning process and reduces the ability to get a good
education or a diploma. Students who are frequently absent are putting their graduation and future in jeopardy.
In order to implement board policy and to encourage regular attendance in school the following procedures and
guidelines will be used:
10Absence Policy
It is vital to a student’s academic success that they attend all classes and participate on a daily basis.
In the event that a student will be absent, the student’s parent or guardian must contact the school on the day of
the absence (739-1726). All absences are considered unexcused unless or until documentation has been
provided.
STUDENT ATTENDANCE RATIONATE
Believing there is a proven correlation between good attendance and academic performance;
and believing good attendance is the responsibility of the student and the parent/guardian, and
knowing the state mandates daily attendance for all school age children; therefore, be it known that
Mid-Del School expects every student to be in attendance at school every day.
Some absences are unavoidable, but every effort should be made to keep absences to a minimum. There are
two kinds of absences - excused and unexcused. Excused absences are those due to illness or personal injury,
medical and dental appointments, court appearances, religious holidays, and family emergencies. Work and
tests missed due to an excused absence can be completed for credit within a reasonable length of time as
determined by individual site policy which is contained in the site's teacher handbook. It is the sole
responsibility of the student to make arrangements with each teacher for completing the work missed. If an
absence is unexcused, the student may be required to make up missed assignments for partial credit.
It is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to inform the school about the circumstances surrounding their
student's absence. It is the principal's responsibility to determine if an absence is excused or unexcused using
parental input and teacher input as part of the criteria in this determination,
If an absence is excused. it is the responsibility of the student and/or parent/guardian to make
arrangements for completing the work missed. If a student is absent the day of a school activity. he/she
will not be allowed to participate in the activity unless approved by the principal (i.e. wedding. funeral.
etc.).
Tardiness:
Students are expected to be punctual in arriving to assigned areas. Each site will develop procedures to
appropriately alleviate and/or monitor tardiness.
Principals make the final determination as to whether or not an absence/tardy is excused or
unexcused.
At CAHS we request that you provide written documentation of medical appointments. If a student acquires
more than 4 excused absences because of illness, written documentation is also required. If a student must leave
campus during the day, he or she MUST officially check out in the attendance office for an absence to be excused.
Students who leave campus without checking out through the attendance office will receive an unexcused absence
and disciplinary measures will be followed.
11Tardy Policy
Tardiness is unacceptable and is punishable by detention. Excessive
or habitual tardiness are grounds for suspension or other disciplinary
actions.
• Excused Tardy - Any tardy which is clearly beyond the
student’s control as determined by the teacher and the
administrator.
• Unexcused Tardy- Any and all other circumstances.
Consequences:
1st Tardy – Warning
2nd Tardy – 1 ASD
3rd Tardy – 2 ASD’s
4th Tardy – Referral to office
Hall Passes
Students are expected to be in their assigned classes at all times during the school day. If a student receives
permission from a teacher to be out of class for any reason, he or she must have a hall pass and should
present the pass upon request to any school personnel who request it.
Academics
Carl Albert High School recognizes that a primary purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to
receive the best possible education. The following policies and procedures are in place to assist in that
purpose.
12The Titan Expectations
The Titan Expectations are posted in every room in the building. Students who are able to abide by these
expectations are very successful at Carl Albert High School. These expectations are listed below:
1. Be Respectful
2. Be Responsible
3. Be Engaged
“Good Choices, Good Things Happen. Bad Choices, Bad Things Happen.”
-Dr. Silvya Kirk
Grading Scale
90 - 100 = A 60 - 69 = D
80 - 89 = B 59 - 0 = F
70 - 79 = C
NOTE: Students will lose credit, even if they pass the course, when they are in violation of the attendance rule.
Reports of Student Learning/Report Cards
The following dates will be used to issue Reports of Student Learning and Report Cards district-wide will be:
Reports of Student Learning
September 17, 2021
October 14, 2021
November 12, 2021
February 11, 2022
March 11, 2022
April 22, 2022
Report Cards
January 7, 2022
May 27, 2022
Parent/Teacher Conferences
September 23, Evening 3:30-7:00 PM
September 28, Evening 3:30-7:00 PM
February 17, Evening 3:30-7:00 PM
February 22, Evening 3:30-7:00 PM
13Make-up Assignments
All work missed while absent from school may be made up, with the exception of absences due to truancy. Making
up work missed due to truancy will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
For each day a student is absent, the student shall have one (1) school day to make up the work missed, unless
granted additional time by the teacher. For example, if a student is absent on Monday, and present Tuesday, the
makeup work is to be turned in to the teacher on Wednesday. Work missed shall not be calculated in the student’s
grade until the work is turned in or the makeup time has expired. It is the responsibility of the student to collect
the missing work via Canvas or by contacting the teacher directly.
Work that was assigned prior to an absence and due on the day of an absence is to be turned in on the due date of
the assignment (i.e. through Canvas) or on the day of return from an absence.
If a student is absent on the day of a test, the student is expected to take the test on the day he/she returns to class.
However, if new material that will be tested is introduced during the absence, the student has one (1) extra day to
make up the test. Teachers may allow more time than one (1) extra day to make up the test as he/she sees fit.
Semester tests must be taken on the assigned days. Refrain from scheduling planned absences on days when
semester tests are scheduled (Semester tests are typically scheduled for the last two days of the semester).
Students should take advantage of Academic Lunch or TITAN TIME to make up tests or assignments.
Scholastic Eligibility for Activities (Mid-Del Policy, page 78A)
A student must be in compliance with the following eligibility guidelines in order to represent any Mid-Del
secondary school in any activity during or outside the regular school day. The guidelines apply to all students
engaged in competition or participation in athletics, music, drama, speech, debate, student council, school clubs,
vocational programs, school organizations, cheerleading, pompon, and any other school sponsored organization.
In cases where the application of this policy needs interpretation, the building principal will make the final
determination.
SEMESTER ELIGIBILITY: A student must have received a passing grade in all 7 subjects counted for
graduation earning 3.5 possible credits during the previous semester. The credit pool could include athletic credit
and physical education classes.
If a student does not meet the scholastic standard stated above he or she may regain eligibility by achieving
passing grades in all subjects at the end of the 6-week period.
One summer school credit earned in an Oklahoma State Department of Education accredited program may be
used to meet requirements for the end of the spring term.
WEEKLY ELIGIBILITY: Scholastic eligibility for students will be checked at the end of the second week of
the first and third blocks and each succeeding week thereafter. Scholastic eligibility for students will be checked
at the end of the first week of the second and fourth blocks and each succeeding week thereafter.
A student must be passing all subjects. If a student is not passing all subjects at the end of a week, he or she will
be placed on probation for the next one-week period. If a student is still failing one or more classes at the end of
his or her probationary one-week period, he or she will be ineligible during the next one-week period. The
ineligibility period will begin on Monday and end on Sunday.
Any student deemed ineligible may be refused entrance to the Prom and other school sponsored event
14ATTENDANCE: A student who has not attended classes eighty percent of the time for the semester becomes
ineligible. If he or she is ineligible because of late enrollment, he or she must attend the number of days he or
she was late in enrolling to regain eligibility; otherwise he or she must attend a period of time equal to the number
of days absent in excess of twenty percent for the semester.
In order for a student to be eligible for an extracurricular activity they must be in attendance one-half of the school
day on the day of the activity. In the event of late enrollment due to illness, injury, or death in the immediate
family during the first four days of a block, the principal shall determine if a student should be charged with late
enrollment for eligibility purposes. Time for additional absences while regaining eligibility will be added to time
required to become eligible. After a student regains eligibility and then is absent, his or her eligibility is
determined by percentage of attendance from the beginning of the semester. The percentage of attendance for a
late enrollee after becoming eligible shall be calculated from the date on which eligibility is regained.
ACTIVITIES ABSENCES: The maximum number of absences for activities sponsored by the school, which
removes the student from the classroom, shall be ten (10) for any one-class period of each school year. After the
10th excused absence for a school sponsored activity, sponsor/coach must submit in writing to the site principal
the reason why they believe that a student has earned the right to attend additional activities/competitions.
Activities excluded from the number of ten excused absences are as follows:
A. Participation in school-sponsored state/national level contest, which the student has earned the right to
compete.
B. Activities held on campus and sanctioned by the principal.
C. College entrance exams and college sponsored scholastic meets.
D. Field trips in conjunction with a unit being taught in an academic class.
E. Appearance before local civic groups and other schools in the district. This does not include competitive
activities.
Field House
Only athletes and students enrolled in weightlifting can be at the field house before, during, or after school.
Athletes that are waiting for a ride need to wait in front of the main doors of the school building. Once a student’s
athletics is finished for the day, that student must leave the property. Any student loitering around the field house
may face disciplinary actions. There is no parking in the north lot of the field house.
Discipline
The Mid-Del Student Expectations Handbook can be found at www.Mid-Del.net. Students are expected to
behave appropriately while at school. Use common courtesy and common sense in the hallways, classrooms, and
at activities of Carl Albert High School.
Students are expected to treat every staff member with respect and dignity just as he should receive the respect of
the staff. Students who misbehave, disrupt classroom environments, or endanger themselves or others will be
dealt with appropriately and are subject to being arrested.
Please refer to the Mid-Del discipline policy book for any questions concerning individual acts and appropriate
punishments. Many offenses are situational and are of varying degrees, therefore, a range of responses are
indicated in some categories. The site principal will have the responsibility of establishing the appropriate level
of discipline based upon his/her judgment of each situation.
15STUDENT DRESS CODE
A student’s conduct is related to his/her clothing. Therefore, the school is directly concerned with the student’s clothing.
The appropriateness of a student’s clothing for the school environment should dictate the choice of clothing and grooming
practices on each given day. All students are expected to adhere to common practices of modesty, cleanliness and neatness;
to dress in a respectful manner within the acceptable standards of the community and in such a manner as to contribute to
the academic atmosphere, not detract from it. Teachers are charged with the responsibility of enforcing student dress code
in their classes as well as on campus. Administrators and other school personnel share the same responsibility. If you
arrive at school dressed inappropriately, you will be kept out of classes until you are dressed appropriately and ALL
CLASS TIME YOU MISS WILL COUNT AS AN UNEXCUSED Tardy/Absence. Students who fail to comply with
this dress code may be sent home and be subject to disciplinary actions.
All students are expected to be neatly groomed. Shoes must be worn. Clothing, jewelry, or skin illustrations should not
display pictures, lettering or numerical figures that are profane, obscene or that advertise or promote weapons, tobacco or
alcohol, low-point beer, drugs, drug-related items or drug paraphernalia. Any display of nudity or any manner of dress or
grooming which violates this policy shall be corrected immediately. Clothing and/or athletic uniforms worn in a manner
which is revealing, disruptive, or inappropriate for the school setting is prohibited. Due to issues of decorum and student
safety, the principal may require that shirts and blouses be tucked inside the jeans, pants, slacks, etc. Students may be
required to remove coats, hats and similar apparel during the school day.
Extremes in wearing apparel or personal appearance which would disrupt classrooms and/or interfere
with the intended function of the school will not be considered as acceptable school dress. The wearing of any apparel
associated with “gang” membership will not be allowed at school, on school vehicles or at or going to or from school-
sponsored or authorized functions.
1. Skirt and short apparel should be an appropriate length to assure that no undergarments are visible at any time.
2. Leggings and tights must be covered by a top that covers the essential hip/pelvis area of the
student.
3. Students must wear shoes. Cleats, house shoes, roller shoes, or shoes that limit physical activity or
safety should not be worn.
4. Biker or animal chains/collars/spikes may not be worn. Jewelry or personal items or manner of dress which could
cause harm to self or others may not be worn.
5. Clothing normally worn when participating in a school sponsored extracurricular activity or
sports activity may be worn to school when approved by the school administration.
6. Headgear (examples: hats, caps, hood of a hoodie, bandanas, sunglasses, stocking caps) is not to be worn in the
building. Any headgear brought to school should be kept in the student’s locker/backpack/car during regular
school hours. This prohibition does not apply to headgear worn for medical or religious reasons. Exceptions may
be made by the principal for spirit days or special activities.
7. Halter tops, off-the shoulder tops, bare midriffs, tube tops, spaghetti straps, (muscle shirts, mesh shirts or fishnet
(unless a t-shirt is underneath), backless or partial backless garments, or outer garments with the appearance of
underwear are not permitted to be worn by students.
8. Apparel that is too tight or too loose is not to be worn by students. Clothing which does not completely cover
undergarments may not be worn.
9. Pajamas are not to be worn unless it is a school wide dress up day. Blankets and pillows are not allowed at school.
Exceptions to this policy are at the discretion of the building principal as there may be clothing, or accessories
not specifically addressed herein that are so disruptive to the educational process that the principal may need to take
immediate corrective action. Building administration will make the final determination in regards to dress code violations.
16Distracting Items
The following items are also prohibited and are not to be brought into the building or they will be confiscated:
wallet chains, dog chains, bicycle chains, spiked jewelry, laser pointers, skateboards, pepper spray, mace, and/or
anything else that is considered disruptive or dangerous by school administration.
Cell Phone Policy
All school organizations hold learning as a core value. It is imperative that school districts be
sensitive to changes in technology and culture which increase the probability of student academic
growth. Cell phones, widely used for communication, are now undisputed tools for learning.
Carl Albert High School believes that this technology must be embraced if our students are to
have access to the best resources. Naturally, cell phones possess functions which if used
inappropriately can disrupt the learning environment and create the possibility for other
problematic behavior. Ultimately, in a changing world, we must be willing to respond by
embracing innovation but also limiting potential risks. Realizing the undeniable benefits,
Carl Albert High School will adopt the policy of acceptable cell phone usage at school while
creating reasonable expectations for limits of use that do not provide a benefit to the school
environment.
Possession and use of a cell phone must fall within these guidelines:
1. Classrooms at Carl Albert High School will be on “Red Card” or “No Cell Phone”
status unless permission is given by the teacher for specific educational purposes.
2. Teachers have the authority to allow or ban cell phone use during their respective class
time.
3. Cell phones must be on silent upon entering the site, unless directed by a teacher and must
remain on silent through the remainder of the class day.
4. Pictures and phone calls on cell phones is prohibited during the school day. Cell phone
cameras and audio recorders may only be used for specific educational benefit and only
with prior permission of the teacher or administrator. Phones located in the office should
be utilized for parent communication.
5. Students will be allowed to use headphones (Air Pods, Earbuds, Bluetooth, etc…) during
the school day before school in the gym and cafeteria. They will also be allowed during
lunch in the cafeteria. In the classroom the teachers will have final discretion. Headphones
will not be allowed in the halls during the school day (during passing, etc…)
6. School electrical outlets will not be used as charging stations for student cell phones.
7. Cell phones may be used in other areas within the school, on school grounds, and on school
transportation as designated by the administration.
8. Students who choose to bring a cell phone to school do so at their own risk. The school
and the school district assume NO LIABILITY for lost or stolen cell phones or any type
of headphones.
17Student use of cell phones at Carl Albert High School is a privilege, not a right.
Failure to adhere to established guidelines will result in consequences similar to the
consequences levied for other disruptions to the educational process including the
confiscation or banning of cell phones. Cell phone abuse will result in, but are not
limited to the following punitive measures:
1st offense = Phone taken away until the end of the day to be picked up by parent
or given back to the student. Offense will be logged in PowerSchool as a
Warning.
2nd offense = Phone taken away until the end of the day to be picked up by parent
or given back to the student. 3 days of ISR.
3rd offense = Phone taken away until the end of the day to be picked up by parent
or given back to the student. 5 days of ISR.
4th offense = Principal’s discretion.
* Certain steps may be bypassed and other punitive measurements may be enacted based on the severity of the
offense.
* Under NO circumstance will a student be academically punished for not owning or possessing a cell phone.
Drug Dog
Mid-Del Public Schools have contracted with a company to provide drug-sniffing dogs on our campuses. Dogs
search lockers, cars, and public areas. Visits are unannounced. Cars and lockers that are suspect will be opened
and searched by the administration. If contraband is found, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. Parents
will be notified as soon as possible when student cars or lockers are searched due to a “hit” by the drug dog.
Student Lanyard and IDs
All students will wear their school issued lanyard and CAHS student ID daily. The primary
reason for issuance of identification cards to all students of Carl Albert High School is for
security purposes. I.D. cards will be made and issued to all new students at the start of the
school year. New students who enroll after school begins will have an I.D. made for them upon
enrollment.
Upon entering the building the student must wear his or her I.D. and lanyard, around their
neck, at all times while at school or on the premises. Students may not alter their ID or
lanyards; must be able to see name, grade, and picture at all times. If ID is altered, student
will be required to purchase a new ID (see cost below). Upon request of school personnel
(Principal, teacher, security officer, and school support staff) the student must present the I.D.
card to the requesting person. Failure to present the I.D. card will be considered willful
disobedience of the request by a school official in the performance of their duties and disciplinary
action may result. Students are not allowed to switch ID’s with other students. If caught
wearing someone else’s ID that student will be sent to ISR for three days.
18Students who leave campus for lunch must show their I.D. cards at the gate in order to be allowed
off campus. In addition, there are some areas on campus that are restricted for students. Those
areas will be discussed during student orientation.
Students will not be permitted to leave campus for lunch with an Ugly I.D.
If a student fails to bring their I.D. and lanyard to school, they will be required to get an “ugly”
lanyard from the main attendance office or they can purchase a new I.D. at that time. Initial
lanyard and I.D’s will be given to students at the beginning of the year at no charge. Replacement
cost for a lanyard is $2.00 and replacement for I.D. is $3.00.
Failure to adhere to the ID and lanyard policy will result in but are not
limited to the following consequences:
1st offense – Warning
2nd offense – 1 ASD
3rd offense – 2 ASD’s
4th offense – 3 days ISR
5th offense – 1 ASD
6th offense – 2 ASD
7th offense – 5 days ISR
8th offense – Principal Discretion
ID Sweeps – Administration can conduct ID sweeps at any time during the school day. If
students are caught not wearing their ID and lanyard can be subject to immediate consequences
such as but not limited to ASD or ISR.
ASD (After School Detention) RULES
1. Report to the ASD room no later than 3:00pm, Don’t be late! If you are late you will be required
to make up that ASD.
2. Before entering the ASD room put your phone in silent mode and placed out of sight for the
entire time in ASD.
3. Sign-in, take a seat, and get to work.
4. Students will not talk during ASD, the only conversation is between the student and ASD
teacher.
5. Students will not sleep during ASD.
196. Students will bring homework, a library book, or some other school work to stay active during
ASD.
7. ASD is an extension of the academic school day.
8. You are allowed to re-schedule ASD ONE time. You will need to meet with your grade level
principal or the appropriate attendance secretary to make arrangements for the re-scheduling.
Alternative Forms of Discipline
Community service or work detail such as cleaning cafeteria tables, sweeping floors, picking up trash, and the
like are used as corrective measures in certain situations. Students are expected to complete the disciplinary
works when assigned.
Certain classes which involve physical performance (such as athletics, band, and P.E.) use physical discipline
such as push-ups or running laps. These disciplinary assignments are monitored by the teacher and are similar to
activities assigned as a part of the regular class.
Lockers
Lockers may be assigned for storage of books and equipment. You will need to see the secretary in the freshman
office for any locker issue that you may have. Students are advised to keep their locker locked at all times, to
avoid sharing lockers, to keep locker combinations confidential, and to use their combination lock as indicated.
The school does not assume responsibility for property removed or stolen from lockers.
Students are advised that lockers are school property and, as such, may be inspected or searched at any time
without prior notice to the student.
Lunch
All freshman and sophomore students will remain on campus for lunch. Carl Albert High School has a modified
Open/Closed campus lunch policy. Seniors and juniors may leave campus during their lunch period if passing
all classes with a C or better. Misbehavior off campus during lunch could lead to disciplinary action, including
but not limited to restriction to campus for lunch. Students that remain on campus for lunch are restricted to the
main hall or the cafeteria! Freshman and Sophomore students are strictly prohibited from being in vehicles
or in the parking lots at lunch. Any junior or senior who takes a freshman or sophomore off campus at
lunch in their automobile will have their “Open Campus” privilege revoked. Student having excessive
tardiness returning from lunch will have their “Open Campus” privilege revoked for a specified period of time.
Parents of seniors and juniors who wish to have their child restricted to campus at lunch may do so by contacting
the student’s assistant principal.
20Before and After School
Before School:
• Students should not arrive to school earlier than 7:10 am.
• Students must remain in the designated areas until the bell rings (Cafeteria or Big Gym).
• Exceptions will be made for those students who have meetings, tutoring, etc.
After School:
• Parents pick up –Parents need to enter the campus at the light off Post Road and SE 23rd, continue to the
front of the field house and follow the one way traffic loop around the back of the field house and around
back to traffic light at SE 23rd street.
• Students riding a bus should report to their bus immediately following the bell or to the cafeteria if you
ride a late bus. Late bus riders are not permitted to roam the halls, go to the field house, etc…
• All students must be off campus by 3:10 pm. NO LOITERING!!
Cafeteria
The school cafeteria offers well-balanced breakfasts and lunches at a reasonable price.
Cafeteria Rules:
1. Deposit all trays and litter in the trash cans.
2. Leave the table and floor around you in clean condition.
3. No running, playing, or loud noise.
4. No cutting in lines or buying food for other students.
5. Do not over-fill the trash cans.
6. Only 4 people at a table / no standing around tables.
Any student who chooses not to behave in the cafeteria will be given clean up duty and/or will face disciplinary
actions.
Student Parking and Driving Regulations
Parking and driving on campus are privileges which will be revoked if abused. All students must be licensed and
covered by insurance in order to drive to school and park on campus. The school is not responsible for
automobiles or their contents. Student’s vehicles are subject to search if there are reasonable grounds to believe
prohibited items may be present in the vehicle.
Students must have a valid parking permit clearly displayed on the front windshield at all times to park on campus.
The parking permit may be obtained in the main office at a cost of $20.00 per year. The students may buy a
permit at the time of enrollment.
Cars parked on campus without permits may be towed without warning. Student cars parked in faculty, visitor
or secretarial parking (clearly identified by white curbs with stenciled lettering) may be towed. Students who
change cars for any reason during the school year should report the change to the main office.
21The following traffic laws are in effect at all times on the Carl Albert High School campus:
1. Speed limit in parking areas will be 10 MPH.
2. No parking in fire lanes or bus loading zones.
3. All vehicles must be between the lines in areas marked for parking.
4. No parking in visitor or faculty areas.
5. Vehicles are not to be over-loaded with passengers. All passengers must have a seat belt. (No riding in
the back of pick-up trucks)
6. Cooperate with the security officers and administrators at all times.
7. Lock your car.
8. Do not loiter or sit in cars in the parking lot before school, or during lunch. (Come immediately into the
building after parking your car)
9. As a courtesy to our neighbors do not park or loiter on Harmony Drive. (Street north of campus)
10. No loud radios shall be on campus.
11. All state laws pertaining to driving apply to school parking areas. (Reckless driving will be subject to
Midwest City Police tickets and loss of parking privileges)
12. Any visitor should park in the visitor parking in front of the school between the north entrance and the
marquee.
13. Any accident on the campus should be reported to the security officer on duty or to an administrator.
14. General student parking is in the north and south lots. (Parking in unauthorized areas will be subject to
tow away charges and loss of parking privileges)
15. Any student who violates traffic codes during school time may lose their driving privileges.
16. FRESHMAN STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO DRIVE OR PARK ON CAMPUS
17. Do not drive to the Fieldhouse for athletics – no driving until after school lets out at 2:45pm.
18. Behavior such a reckless driving, speeding, jumping on car hoods, etc. while on campus including all
CAHS parking areas (i.e. football field parking) can be subject to disciplinary actions including but not
limited to ISR, suspension, driving privileges revoked, etc.
Parking Lot Map for Pick-Up and Drop-Off
See next page for map
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Bus Transportation
Bus transportation will be provided to students to and from Carl Albert High School living a mile and a half or
more from school. Bus service is a privilege that can be revoked for inappropriate behavior on the bus, at
a bus stop, or anywhere else that endangers the safe transport of students between home and school.
Students will be assigned a designated stop to enter the bus in the morning and exit the bus after school
based on their home address. Students who fail to follow the rules or do not board/exit at their assigned
bus stop could lose their bus riding privileges. Students are not allowed to ride any bus that is not their bus.
Students may also face punishment under school rules for incidents related to bus service.
Students riding a bus in the morning will be dropped off on the north side of the campus, outside of the cafeteria
doors.
Students riding a bus in the afternoon will meet their bus on the south side of the auditorium. Buses only wait
five minutes before leaving on their routes. High school students cannot get on their bus at the middle
school. Transfer students are not allowed to ride the bus. RIDING THE BUS IS A PRIVILEGE, NOT A
RIGHT!
Supervised Assemblies
Unless otherwise announced, students report to their regularly scheduled class before being excused to attend an
assembly. After allowing adequate time for roll call and making necessary announcements, students will be
dismissed for the assembly over the intercom. Students are required to sit with their class during supervised
assemblies. During Pep Assemblies, students have open seating. A student will be considered truant and
disciplinary action will be taken if he/she does not attend an assembly.
Students should enter the assembly area quietly, be seated and behave in a mannerly fashion. Appreciation should
be shown with applause. Absolutely no food or drinks are allowed in the assembly area.
Students who choose not to behave appropriately during assemblies will receive disciplinary action. Students
with a history of disciplinary actions will not be granted the privilege of attending assemblies but will be assigned
to a supervised study hall.
Pre-Enrollment
The enrollment process for the 2022-2023 school year will begin in February. Course planning guides listing
course offerings are available on the Mid-Del website. In addition to a wide variety of college preparation
selections, numerous vocational-technical programs are available.
Early planning contributes to a better understanding of individual needs and a well-balanced educational program
that addresses those needs.
24Student Services
Student Support Teams
Principal……………………………….……………Ms. Kristin Goggans
12th & 10th (A-K) Assistant Principal.....……………Mr. Josh Terry
11th Assistant Principal……………………………..Mrs. Krystal Ross
9th & 10th (L-Z) Assistant Principal…………………Mr. James Werchan
School Resource Officer……………………………Officer Trae Fisher
All students A-G
Counselor……………………………………………....Mrs. Patti Willis
All students H-P
Counselor…………………………………………..…..Mrs. Becky Worth
All students Q-Z
Counselor……………………………………………... Mrs. Tori Whitecotton
Guidance Services
The counselors help students with academic and personal problems. Through the guidance services careful
consideration is given to selection of courses, testing and interpretation of testing, as well as emphasis toward
college, technical, and career plans. The office is open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / daily. Counselors are
available from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Schedule Changes
Student schedules are set up by the counselors to take into account the future plans of the students and in many
cases, parental request and teacher recommendations. Because schedules are developed to give the student the
best program possible, changes of schedule are considered a serious matter. Under no circumstances may a
student simply stop attending a class. This will result in an unexcused absence and disciplinary actions for
truancy.
If conditions warrant a schedule change, the student and his/her parents may submit the digital schedule change
request form for the change within the first five (5) days of the school year. Until the change is approved and the
student receives a copy of the new schedule from the counselor, the student must follow their original schedule.
A schedule change requires written agreement among the student, parents, counselor, and final approval by the
principal.
REASONS FOR A SCHEDULE CHANGE
The following are considered justifiable reasons for a schedule change:
• To correct computer error.
• To correct graduation deficiencies.
• To correct class imbalance.
• To make necessary changes due to summer school attendance.
• To enable students to meet requirements for post-secondary admission.
• To implement a student’s IEP.
25The following are not considered justifiable reasons for a schedule change:
• Problems with other students.
• Preference of a different teacher.
• Preference of a different hour or term.
• Preference to be with friends in a class or at lunch.
• Change of mind about taking the course.
• Failure or fear of failure.
Summer School
Any student who fails a class or who has a previous graduation deficiency should see his or her counselor during
pre-enrollment time and ask for summer school enrollment information.
Concurrent Enrollment
A high school student may enroll in a college course if strict provisions are satisfied. A concurrent course in
mathematics earned at a local college or university may apply towards a fourth required mathematics credit to
earn a high school diploma provided the appropriate steps are taken and permission is granted in advance. In
order for the course to count towards graduation it must NOT be a course that is currently offered in the Mid-Del
curriculum. A student may also substitute a concurrent course for a state graduation requirement provided ALL
procedures and criteria are met (see Board Policy I-9). Students should check with their counselor for further
information.
National Tests
The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is offered
only once a year, in October. Only juniors are eligible to compete for National Merit scholarships. Mid-Del
provides for every sophomore to take the test for free.
The ACT (The American College Testing Program) is given annually to approximately one million college-bound
students. Designed to assess each student’s general educational development and ability to complete college level
work, the main use of the ACT is for college admission and scholarship purposes. Information is available in the
Counseling Office. Students must register on-line at ACTstudent.org. The Counseling Office does have flyers
containing the test dates and deadlines for registering for the tests. Registration forms for Indian Education
students can be obtained in the Counseling Office.
The SAT (The Scholastic Aptitude Test) is a college entrance exam required by many colleges outside of the
Oklahoma and a growing number of scholarship programs. It measures verbal and math abilities developed over
many years. Information is available in the Counseling Office. Students must register on-line at
SAT.collegeboard.org. Registration forms for Indian Education students can be obtained in the Counseling
Office.
The ASVAB is a paper and pencil test provided at no cost to you by the Armed Services and results in both
academic and occupational scores. This test is available to senior and administered to all juniors.
26Scholarship and Financial Aid Information
For a complete list of information sources, check with the counseling office. Also plan to attend the Mid-Del
Schools College Night. Students can also check the school’s website, Facebook and twitter.
Student Assistance Programs
A variety of student assistance programs are available. These services are available through the guidance office
to assist students in dealing with situations of a personal nature.
4.0 Club
Any Student who maintains a cumulative 4.0 weighted GPA is eligible for membership in the 4.0 Club. A
reception and /or luncheon will be held to honor these students during the spring term.
Academic Letters
Academic Letters will be presented to senior students who have achieved a cumulative 4.0 or better GPA during
grades 9-11. The letters will be presented in the fall.
Library Media Center
The Media Center is open from 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. daily. Students can visit the media center individually with
a hall pass during the class period or with their classes. Two books may be checked out at a time for a maximum
period of ten school days. A fine of five cents per school day will be charged for books returned late. All fines
must be paid before additional material is checked out.
In addition to book check-out, a variety of services are provided including computer and reference materials,
interlibrary searches and loans, study areas and staff assistance.
Behavior expectations and discipline policies of CAHS will be observed in the media center.
Textbooks
Textbooks are provided to all students for each class in which they enroll. Students who lose textbooks must pay
a prorated price for the lost textbook based on the age of the text. A cost evaluation will be determined for
damaged books. A receipt will be issued for textbook fines collected.
Lost and Found
A student who has lost personal or school property such as textbooks can check for them in the lost and found in the
Attendance office. Students who find any lost items in the school may bring them to the Attendance office. Any unclaimed
items left at CAHS will be donated to a charitable organization at the end of the semester.
School Issued Student Chromebooks
Expectations and guidelines for technology use can be found in the district technology handbook.
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